The R-value of a piece of material goes up if the material is
A) thicker
B) a better conductor
C) covering a larger area
D) thinner

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The R-value of a material is a measure of its resistance to heat flow. Thicker materials will have a higher R-value because there is more material for heat to travel through, leading to more resistance. Therefore, as the thickness of the material increases, the R-value increases.

The R-Value of a Piece of Material Goes Up If